Pas In American Medicine

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    The PA profession was introduced in the:

    • 1950s
    • 1960s
    • 1980s
    • 1999
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  • 2. 

    Where was the first PA program created by Stead and E. Harvey Estes?

    • Harvard University

    • Cornell

    • Stanford

    • MIT

    • Duke

    Correct Answer
    A. Duke
    Explanation
    Stead and E. Harvey Estes created the first PA program at Duke University.

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  • 3. 

    Today, how many PAs provide care to over 1 million Americans?

    • 100,000

    • 50,000

    • 80,000

    • 90,000

    Correct Answer
    A. 80,000
    Explanation
    There are currently 80,000 physician assistants (PAs) who provide care to over 1 million Americans.

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  • 4. 

    True or false.Stead & Estes noted the short supply of primary care physicians.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Stead & Estes noted the short supply of primary care physicians. This means that Stead & Estes observed and acknowledged that there is a shortage of primary care physicians.

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  • 5. 

    What is the term used to describe the traditional way in which doctors and similar medical professions are trained.

    • Osteopathic

    • Naturopathic

    • Homeopathic

    • Allopathic

    Correct Answer
    A. Allopathic
    Explanation
    Allopathic is the correct answer because it refers to the traditional way in which doctors and similar medical professions are trained. Allopathic medicine is based on the principle of using treatments that are opposite or contrary to the symptoms of a disease. This approach is commonly practiced in Western medicine and is the mainstream method of medical training and practice.

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  • 6. 

    Predecessors to the PA are all of the following EXCEPT:

    • Officer de Sante

    • Officer de Franco

    • Feldshers

    • Barefoot Doctors

    Correct Answer
    A. Officer de Franco
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Officer de Franco. This is because all the other options listed (Officer de Sante, Feldshers, Barefoot Doctors) are predecessors to the PA role. Officer de Sante refers to a French healthcare provider who served as a medical officer in the military. Feldshers were healthcare practitioners in Russia who provided medical care in rural areas. Barefoot Doctors were a part of China's rural healthcare system, providing basic medical services to the population. However, Officer de Franco is not a known predecessor to the PA role.

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  • 7. 

    Dr. Henry SIlver & Dr. Loretta Ford started what program?

    • MEDEX

    • PA program

    • Colorado Child Health Associative Program

    • Medicare

    Correct Answer
    A. Colorado Child Health Associative Program
    Explanation
    Dr. Henry Silver and Dr. Loretta Ford started the Colorado Child Health Associative Program.

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  • 8. 

    A military medical person that was typically assigned to a physician was introduced in the 1860's after the Bolshevik Revolution were called: 

    • Medical Doctor

    • Officer de Sante

    • Feldshers

    • Barefoot Doctor

    Correct Answer
    A. Feldshers
    Explanation
    Feldshers were military medical personnel introduced in the 1860s after the Bolshevik Revolution. They were typically assigned to a physician and provided medical care to soldiers. Feldshers played a crucial role in providing healthcare services in military settings, especially in remote areas where access to doctors was limited. They received training in basic medical procedures and were responsible for treating injuries and illnesses, assisting in surgeries, and providing preventive care. Feldshers were an important part of the military healthcare system during that time.

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  • 9. 

    Established after the French Revolution of 1803 and trained for 3-6 years to be held legally liable for their medical actions, one would have been called a/an:

    • Feldsher

    • Barefoot Doctor

    • Officer de Sante

    • Medical Doctor

    Correct Answer
    A. Officer de Sante
    Explanation
    Officer de Sante would have been the correct term for someone established after the French Revolution of 1803 and trained for 3-6 years to be held legally liable for their medical actions. This term refers to a healthcare professional who had undergone specific training and was authorized to provide medical care and treatment. The other options, such as Feldsher, Barefoot Doctor, and Medical Doctor, do not accurately describe the specific role and training mentioned in the question.

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  • 10. 

    A medical person who was trained on the job for 3-6 months after the cultural revolution in 1966 was called a/an:

    • Medical Doctor

    • Officer de Sante

    • Feldsher

    • Barefoot Doctor

    Correct Answer
    A. Barefoot Doctor
    Explanation
    After the cultural revolution in 1966, individuals who received medical training on the job for a period of 3-6 months were known as "Barefoot Doctors." This term was used to describe medical personnel who were not formally trained doctors but provided basic healthcare services to rural communities in China during that time. They played a crucial role in providing primary healthcare and bridging the gap in medical services, especially in remote areas where access to doctors was limited.

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  • 11. 

    How many students were in the first PA program?

    • 20

    • 7

    • 4

    • 50

    Correct Answer
    A. 4
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 4. This suggests that there were only 4 students in the first PA program.

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  • 12. 

    Who is responsible for starting the MEDEX program?

    • Dr. Eugene Stead

    • Dr. Richard Smith

    • Dr. Charles Harvey

    • Dr. Henry Silver

    Correct Answer
    A. Dr. Richard Smith
    Explanation
    Dr. Richard Smith is responsible for starting the MEDEX program.

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  • 13. 

    IN 1978 the ORIGINAL formal definition of a PA was created by whom?

    • AMA

    • NCCPA

    • AAPA

    • ABCD

    Correct Answer
    A. AAPA
    Explanation
    The correct answer is AAPA. In 1978, the AAPA (American Academy of Physician Assistants) created the original formal definition of a PA (Physician Assistant). This organization played a crucial role in establishing the standards and guidelines for the profession, shaping the scope of practice and educational requirements for PAs.

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  • 14. 

    Which of the following is a state with the largest number of PAs?

    • Massachusetts

    • Montana

    • Pennsylvania

    • Nevada

    Correct Answer
    A. Pennsylvania
    Explanation
    Pennsylvania is the correct answer because it is the only option listed that has "PA" in its name, which is an abbreviation for "Pennsylvania." Therefore, it can be inferred that Pennsylvania has the largest number of PAs, as indicated by the abbreviation.

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  • 15. 

    True or false. E. Stead suggested extending nurses capabilities to fill the doctor shortage, but it was declined by the National League of Nursing. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    E. Stead did suggest extending nurses' capabilities to fill the doctor shortage, but it was declined by the National League of Nursing.

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  • 16. 

    When was the definition of a PA reconstructed and made into what we know it today?

    • 2000

    • 1978

    • 1988

    • 1995

    Correct Answer
    A. 1995
    Explanation
    The definition of a PA was reconstructed and made into what we know it today in 1995.

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  • 17. 

    Currently, how many PAs work in primary care?

    • 2/3

    • 1/3

    • 1/4

    • 1/2

    • 3/4

    Correct Answer
    A. 1/3
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1/3. This means that currently, one-third of the PAs work in primary care.

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  • 18. 

    True or false. Today, most PAs work in inpatient settings.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    False. Today, most PAs do not work in inpatient settings. PAs, or physician assistants, are healthcare professionals who can work in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and outpatient facilities. While some PAs may work in inpatient settings, the majority of PAs work in outpatient settings, providing primary care, specialty care, and preventive care to patients.

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